About the Shaw Gibbs Group

Shaw Gibbs is a growing top 40 accountancy practice who provide expert solutions for entrepreneurial businesses and private individuals in Central and Southern England. Shaw Gibbs invest in their teams of high-quality specialists who work with the best-in-breed technology to create value for our clients which exceeds expectation.

Our culture is very important to us and is based on our company values of expert, respectful, innovative and collaborative. We develop high performing teams diverse in experiences, backgrounds and ideas. As a growing company, there are plenty of opportunities for development and quick progression. Our practice is known for having a friendly and supportive team culture where everyone receives training and development to increase their technical knowledge and their commercial and management skills. We put our people first and are constantly looking for ways to improve our people experience. With respectful as one of our values, we are committed to creating an inclusive culture that respects, values and celebrates cultural and individual differences.

We have several offices in Central and Southern England and have ambitious plans to expand our business. To support the organisation’s growth, we have created a new opportunity for a Accounts & CT Administrator to join our Sutton office. This is a permanent full-time role that will work across the Accounts service line to ensure accurate and timely administration.

The Role

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Responsible for maintaining organised and secure records of clients’ documents, returns, and correspondence across offices.
• Ensure compliance with record retention policies and data security standards.
• Communicate with clients in a clear and professional manner, addressing their questions and concerns.
• Provide guidance on deadlines and required documentation.
• Submit accounts electronically or by mail to relevant authorities in accordance with deadlines.
• Verify the acceptance and processing of submitted accounts and address any issues that may arise.
• Take ownership of the Corporate Tax payment reminder process, drafting CT reminder letters and emails.
• CT Submissions & CT repayments – chasing and monitoring.
• Dealing with general day to day administration for the team.
• Build and maintain strong, trusting relationships with clients to ensure their long-term satisfaction.
• Identify opportunities to expand services or refer clients to other professionals when necessary.
• Liaising with HMRC where necessary.

What We Can Offer You

• Flexible working (flexing your hours around the core working hours of 10am to 4pm)
• Joining a fast growing company with exciting growth plans ahead
• Plenty of opportunity to increase your technical knowledge and skills
• A varied role within a talented and experienced team
• ERIC internal recognition awards – monthly recognition awards that celebrate those who champion the Shaw Gibbs values
• Regular employee events including a company-wide summer party
• A competitive benefits package including:
  • A 25 day core holiday allowance plus other holiday-related benefits, such as: Holiday trading (the ability to buy or sell up to 5 days holiday per year), flexible bank holidays (the ability to flex your bank holidays to a day that suits you best) and additional holiday with service
  • A dedicated “Wellbeing Day” – an additional day off per year to focus on your wellbeing
  • Employee Assistant Programme (EAP) which includes access to 24/7 online GP consultations, 2^nd medical opinions, online counselling, and mental health first aiders present in every office
  • Health Cash Plan – money back on routine health appointments
  • Pension Salary Sacrifice Scheme
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Client and employee referral bonuses
  • Death in Service Life Assurance
  • Gym membership discounts

About You

• GCSEs in Maths and English at grade 5 or above
• Proven communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong IT skills, specifically MS Suite and able to pick up new IT packages very quickly
• Discretion and the ability to handle sensitive financial information with confidentiality
• Exceptional attention to detail
• A positive, confident and proactive attitude 
• Enjoy working as part of a team and self-motivated
• Relevant work experience and/or experience of working within a fast paced office environment would be great but is not essential

How to Apply

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About us

Shaw Gibbs is an inclusive employer and we are committed to providing equal opportunities to all candidates by ensuring a comfortable and accessible interview experience. We understand that some individuals may have specific needs or require accommodation/adjustments during the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to ensure your recruitment experience with Shaw Gibbs is as inclusive and accessible as possible, please let us know at your earliest convenience via email.

We believe that diversity makes Shaw Gibbs a stronger firm and we look to employ people with different ideas, styles and skillsets. This diversity stimulates a rich, creative environment – one in which our people develop, and our clients enjoy enduring results. We’re committed to recruiting, promoting and rewarding our people solely based on their ability to contribute to Shaw Gibbs’ goals, without regard to their sex, gender, race, disability, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age or marital status.